Disney donates money for STEM center in Oakland on the heels of 'Black Panther' success

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Mild "Black Panther" spoiler below.

Disney is donating a chunk of its "Black Panther" earnings to fund the expansion of STEM — Science, Technology, Engineering and Math — centers at Boys & Girls Clubs in underserved areas all around the country. One such new hub of technology will be here in Oakland.

Yep, just like in the movie, Oakland is getting a tech innovation center for kids. The only difference is that, unfortunately, the Wakandan Princess Shuri won't be running this one.

Disney's donation of $1 million will help expand STEM programs in Oakland, along with 11 other areas, including Harlem, New York, Chicago, New Orleans, Washington D.C. and others.

Disney CEO Bob Iger said in a press release Monday that the company is showing its appreciation for some of those young people who saw the film by helping to "give them the knowledge and tools to build the future they want."

The donated money will go toward materials that expose kids to "advanced technologies that stimulate creative approaches to STEM exploration," like those related to robotics, 3-D printing, and video production.

"Thanks to Disney's support, we can expand our outreach and allow more youth to find their passions and discover STEM careers," said Jim Clark, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.